Salary Range of a Relocation Specialist
Relocation specialists are professionals offering real estate, human resources and consulting services to clients moving from one location to another. These professionals research potential housing for clients based on personal preferences and budget and advise on community resources for new residents. Relocation specialists often help employees transferring to another office within their company. While some relocation specialists work independently, others are employed by corporate relocation management companies or real estate agencies. Though a college degree is preferred by employers, it is generally not necessary.
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National Average
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The average salary for relocation specialists working in the U.S. is about $59,000 per year, according to a June 2011 SimplyHired report. In May 2010, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that human resources, training, labor relations and related workers averaged a salary of $57,830 per year. Workers in the 10th and 25th percentile of earners reported earning $29,050 and $38,850, respectively. HR professionals in the 75th percentile of earners averaged $72,100 annually. Top earners averaged $93,260 per year.
Geography
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The average salaries for relocation specialists varied across geographic locations in a June 2011 SalaryExpert report. Relocation specialists employed in Chicago reported an average salary of $63,835 per year. Professionals working in Atlanta averaged $56,990 per year. In Dallas, relocation specialists were paid an average annual wage of $64,398 per year. Relocation specialists in New York City's Manhattan borough averaged the highest annual salaries, earning $69,753 per year. Workers in Miami reported the lowest average salary, making $49,120 per year.
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Industry
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Relocation specialists averaged lower salaries compared to their HR counterparts in certain industries. For example, the petroleum and coal manufacturing sector paid HR specialists an average salary of $85,730 annually. The federal government also paid higher than average salaries, with workers earning $79,510 per year. Software publishing companies paid human resources specialists an average annual wage of $78,140 per year. Industries that paid salaries comparable to the national average for relocation specialists included management, scientific and technical consulting firms and management companies. For example, professionals in these industries reported annual salaries of $67,750 and $61,750, respectively.
Potential
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Similar to other positions within human resources, relocation specialists with an excellent performance record and strong leadership skills can be promoted to managerial or director positions. Employers typically look for candidates with strong leadership, customer service and computer technology skills. Some relocation specialists choose to join a consulting business specializing in relocation services or start their own business. Professional certification with organizations such as WorldatWork Society of Certified Professionals can also increase earnings potential for relocation specialists (see Resources). Furthermore, employment for the human resources professionals will increase 22 percent through 2018. As the workforce becomes more mobile, relocation specialists will be needed to help companies manage the costs of relocating professionals in domestic and international locations.
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